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DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual

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DS 3. Heated windscreen and washer jets

This function heats the windscreen and washer jets under cold conditions.

Without changing the settings for the air conditioning system, it allows faster release of the windscreen wiper blades when they are frozen to the windscreen and helps avoid the accumulation of snow resulting from the operation of the windscreen wipers.

Switching on/off

DS 3. Heated windscreen and washer jets

  • With the engine running, press this button to activate/deactivate the function (confirmed by an indicator lamp).

The function is activated when the outside temperature drops below 0°C. It is deactivated automatically when the engine is switched off.

    Front demist - defrost. Rear screen demist - defrost

    Front demist - defrost Press this button to activate/deactivate the demisting or defrosting of the windscreen and side windows (confirmed by the illumination/extinction of the indicator lamp)...

    A/C preconditioning (Electric)

    This function allows you to programme the temperature in the passenger compartment to reach a pre-defined, non-modifiable temperature (approx. 21°C) before you enter the vehicle, on the days and at the times of your choice...

    Other information:

    DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Eco-driving


    Eco-driving refers to a range of everyday practices that allow the motorist to optimise the vehicle's energy consumption (fuel and/or electricity) and CO2 emissions. Optimise your use of the gearbox With a manual gearbox, move off gently and change up promptly...

    DS 3 2016-2026 Owners Manual: Engine oil


    The level is checked, with the engine having been switched off for at least 30 minutes and on level ground, using the dipstick. It is normal to top up the oil level between two services (or oil changes). It is recommended that you check the level, and top up if necessary, every 3,000 miles (5,000 km)...

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